This manual contains important
information about the installation,
operation, and safe use of this
automa
tic pool cleaner.
This Owner's Guide should be
given to the owner/operator of
this cleaner to keep.
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Important Safety Instructions
Warning
Read this entire Owner’s Guide before installing the
Viper cleaner. Failure to follow safety warnings and
owner’s guide instructions can result in severe injury,
death or property damage.
For additional free copies of the Owner’s Guide you can
download them from www.haywardnet.com or call
(908) 351-5400 ext. 4700.
Warning - Risk of Electrical Shock
The Hayward Viper Automatic Pool Cleaner is designed to
connect to a threaded 1-1/2 inch female pipe fitting on a
dedicated return line that is powered by a 3/4 H.P. Booster
Pump. You should have a licensed electrician install the
cleaner’s booster pump. The Booster Pump must be
installed in accordance with the National Electrical
Code and all local code requirements. Failure to do so
can result in serious injury or death.
Warning - Risk of Injury
Failure to follow the safety warnings below may result
in severe injury, death or property damage.
• Always disconnect and remove the cleaner and pressure
hose before entering the pool.
• Always handle with care. Do not let children or pets play
with the cleaner; it is not a toy.
• Always turn the Booster Pump
(exception:
Do not opera
•
and hoses contain high-pressure water jets that may
cause injury.
• Disconnect pressure hose from the universal wall fitting
before removing the cleaner from the pool.
• Never point any of the cleaner’s high-pressure jets,
pressure hose or sweep hose a
initial setting of pressure,
te outside the pool.
OFF before handling cleaner
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t any person or pets.
Important Information
Caution - Risk of Equipment Damage
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booster pump on. Running the booster pump dry will
damage the booster pump and is not covered by the
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before turning the
• Always disconnect and remove the Viper cleaner and
hoses from the pool before cleaning or backwashing
the pool filter
• After cleaning or backwashing the pool filter, allow the
filtration system to run for a minimum of five minutes or
until all debris has been flushed from plumbing lines before
reconnecting the Viper cleaner.
• New plumbing lines must be flushed out before connecting
the Viper cleaner.
• The Viper cleaner should not be used to remove plaster dust
or construction debris from new or renovated pools.
• The Viper cleaner should not be used to remove excessive
sand (dense debris) following wind or sandstorms.
• Always disconnect and remove the Viper cleaner and hoses
before chemically shocking the pool.
• Only operate the Viper cleaner for the period of time
necessary to clean the pool. Excessive use is unnecessary
and will cause cleaner parts to prematurely wear.
• Regularly inspect the cleaner and hoses; do not use if
damaged or if any rough edges are visible on the cleaner;
this can cause damage to the pool.
• Only pick-up the Viper cleaner by its wing (Part A,page 4),
never by the hose or bag.
.
Disclaimer
• Pool plaster is affected by age, water chemistry, etc.
• Pool plaster can deteriorate over a period of time.
• The integrity of "good" pool plaster is such that a pool
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the plaster
The integ
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will cause wear on the cleaner, the cleaner will not wear out
“good” pool plaster.
• Vinyl pool liners are affected by age, sunlight, and water
chemistry.
• Vinyl pool liners can become brittle and weak.
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pool's surroundings.
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When installing the
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or the condition of the pool and the pool's surroundings and
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chemistry.
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rity of "good" pool plaster is such that the plaster
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Congratulations on your purchase of the Hayward Viper
Automatic Pool Cleaner. The Hayward Viper is designed to
clean your pool faster than other automa
you and your family spend your time enjoying your pool, not
maintaining it.
This revolutionary design offers the following features:
• Faster Cleaning
- Wider Vacuum Nozzle
- Powerful Sweep Hose
• Complete Pool Coverage
- Patented AquaDrive™ water jet propulsion
- Randomized Cleaning, Backup & Spin-out
• Large Debris Pick-up
- Larger Suction Inlet
- Three High Pressure Water Jets
• Less Frequent Bag Cleaning
- Larger Capacity Bag
- Easy to remove, clean and replace debris bag
• Less Wear on Pool Surface
- Patented AquaDrive water jet propulsion: no powered
wheels wearing pool surfaces
• Easy Installation
tic pool cleaners so
Important
This manual is for Viper owners who want to install their
Automatic Pool Cleaner. However, we recommend that an
Authorized Hayward Dealer install the cleaner.
The Hayward 5060 Booster Pump purchased separately as
part of the Viper Automatic Pool Cleaner package offers
optimum cleaner performance. Use of other booster pumps
will provide acceptable performance if they deliver 35 Pounds
per Square Inch (PSI) at 12 Gallons Per Minute (GPM) at the
dedicated line pool wall fitting. For electrical and plumbing
installation procedures for the Hayward Booster Pump, refer
to the Owner's Guide that comes with the Hayward 5060
Booster Pump.
Warning - Risk of Electrical Shock
You should have a licensed electrician install the cleaner’s
booster pump.
accordance with the National Electrical Code and all
local code requirements.
The Booster Pump must be installed in
A limited warranty program protects your Hayward Viper
cleaner. To take full advantage of this limited warranty, please
read, complete and return the Limited WarrantyRegistration Card within 14 days of purchase date.
our warranty card is packed in the Owner’s Guide and
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Accessory Pack.
For Your Records
Purchase Date
Serial Number
(located on back of cleaner)
Length of Hose Used
Water Pressure Reading
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Principle Parts
Front view Product
Warning - Risk of Injury
Read this entire Owner’s Guide before installing the Viper
cleaner.
1. Installation of the Booster Pump by a licensed electrician
should precede installation of the Viper Cleaner.
2. Lay the parts on the ground and check against the
illustration below.
3. Stretch hoses out as straight as possible in the sun to
allow them to relax and straighten.
Caution - Risk of Equipment Damage
Never store the hose in a coil! Coiling the hose will
adversely affect the operation of the cleaner.
AWing
BLarge Capacity Debris Bag with Float Closure
CCleaner Connector
DSweep Hose Connector
ESweep Hose Adjustment Screw
FCam Cap
GPressure Hose
HHose Floats
JJetted Swivel
KHose Swivels
LWall Quick Connect
MSweep Hose
NWear Rollers
PUniversal Wall Fitting
QMender Nut
RRed Automatic Flow Regulator and Adapter Ring
SScreen
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Preparing the Pool
The Viper cleaner should not be used to clean the
pool for spring start-up until the following steps
have been taken:
1. Clear the pool of any large objects that might interfere
with the cleaner’s operation.
2. Check to see that the water is at the recommended level.
3. Check the water chemistry.The water should be properly
balanced (pH level) and the pool free from algae.
Note: Algae can adversely affect the operation and
performance of the cleaner.
4. Clean or backwash the filtration system without the Viper
cleaner in the pool..
Caution - Risk of Equipment Damage.
Always disconnect the Viper cleaner and hoses from the
Universal Wall Fitting and remove from pool before
backwashing or cleaning the filtration system. Failure to
do so can damage the Booster Pump and Cleaner.
5. Clean the filtration system pump’s strainer basket.
Note: Following the installation of the Viper cleaner,
clean the system at regular intervals according to
individual pool conditions.
New Pool Construction
1. Brush newly constructed pool surface and vacuum new
surface debris before installing the Viper.
Pools with Excessive Sand
Pools with excessive amounts of sand (dense debris)
should be vacuumed manually before installing the Viper.
The Viper Bag has a larger mesh area toward the bottom
t allows sand in excess of 1 cup to pass
of the ba
through the bag. This feature enables the Viper to
continue to operate picking up leaves, acorns, grasses
etc.
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without falling on its side like other pressure
Dedicated Return Line
The cleaner is designed to connect to a 1-1/2 inch dedicated
return line that is approximately 6 inches below the normal
water level and have 1-1/2 inch female threads. If the
dedicated return line has 3/4 inch female threads, you
will need to purchase a 1-1/2 inch NPTF x 3/4 inch
NPTM adapter.
Tools Needed for Installation
• Anvil-type pruning shears (recommended) or Utility knife
for cutting hose.
• 3/16 inch Hex wrench (supplied with unit) for adjusting
Sweep Hose.
Sand (dense debris)
Always empty the Viper bag when sand (or heavy
debris) fills the bag up to the “Empty Sand Line”).
Pools with excessive amounts of sand should be manually
vacuumed bef
The Viper is designed to operate with 1 cup of sand
and the remainder of its bag filled with leaves, acorns,
grasses. etc.
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Connecting The Viper Cleaner To Pool
Warning - Risk of Injury
The Booster Pump must be OFF when connecting or
disconnecting cleaner or hose.
Caution - Risk of Equipment Damage
The filter pump must always be run to clear air from the
system before turning on the Booster Pump. Never run the
Booster Pump without the main filter pump ON. Running the
Booster Pump dry will damage the Booster Pump and void
its warranty.
Installing Universal Wall Fitting
Specification: Dedicated Return Line in Pool Wall
Depth: approximately 6 inches below water level
Size: 1-1/2 inch NPT Female Threaded
1. Flush plumbing lines before proceeding.
2. Turn Booster Pump and Main Filtration Pump OFF.
3. Remove plug or existing universal wall fitting from
previously installed pool cleaner (if any).
4. Remove the Universal Wall Fitting (Part P, page 4) from
the Wall Quick Connect (Part L, page 4) on the hose.
5. When installing or re-installing the Universal Wall Fitting
use Teflon®tape on its plastic threads. Leave at least two
starting threads on the end of the Universal Wall Fitting
un-taped.
6. Screw the Universal Wall Fitting into the Dedicated
Return Line.
Important: Turn Universal Wall Fitting 1 full turn to the
right to engage starting threads. Be sure both parts are
started properl
tightening.
y (not cross threaded) then resume
Do not over tighten.
Dedicated Line
Dedicated Line
Universal Wall Fitting
Wall Quick Connect
Universal Wall Fitting
Wall Quick Disconnect
Connecting Hose to Wall Fitting
1. With the Booster Pump and filtra
from the pool deck looking down, insert the Wall Quick
Connect into Universal Wall Fitting and turn it to the left
(counter clockwise) to lock.
2. Pull the Wall Quick Connect outward to check that
the Wall Quick Connect is locked into the Universal
Wall Fitting.
3. To disconnect the hose,
then push the Wall Quick Connect toward the wall, turn it
to the right (clockwise) and pull the
all Fitting.
out of the Universal
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first turn the Booster Pump
Wall Quick Connect
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5'5'
18"18"
18"
18"
Sizing Pressure Hose
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Screen
The 32 foot long Pressure Hose carries water from the
Universal Wall Fitting to the cleaner. It comes assembled as
ollows:
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• Cleaner Connector, 1 foot hose with 1 float near
cleaner connector
• T-fitting with Pressure Gauge and 3 inch hose
• Jetted Swivel (
aligned with Sweep Hose attachment)
• 10 foot hose, with 3 floats
• Swivel
• 10 foot hose, with 3 floats
• Swivel
• 10 foot hose, with 3 floats
• Wall Quick Connect with Flow Regulator and Universal
Wall Fitting
Float Spacing: There are three, ten-foot hoses, each with
3 floats. A float should be placed 18 inches from each end
and one float in the middle, 5 feet from either end.An
additional float is placed on the 1 foot hose against the
cleaner connector.
Note: Jet is on “bottom” of hose,
Preparing Hose
Stretch hoses out as straight as possible, preferably in the
sun, to allow them to relax and straighten.
Note: Bent hoses will cause tangling and impede proper
performance of the Viper cleaner.
Measuring Pressure Hose Specification
Cleaner performance depends on a properly sized
pressure hose.
J
Jetted Swivel
IMPORTANT: Read Carefully - Don't Cut
the Wrong End of the Hose!
Note: After measuring the hose following the steps below, ifyou need to reduce the hose length you will cut the hose
from the end with the Wall Quick Connect.
1. Insert the Wall Quick Connect into the Universal
Wall Fitting.
2. Hold the Cleaner Connector at the other end of the hose
and walk around the pool to the farthest point from the
dedicated return line in the pool wall (see pool diagrams
on Page 8).
3. a) If the jetted swivel (J) does not reach the farthest
point along your pool wall (from the dedicated return
line) then you must purchase a 10 foot pressure hose
extension (AX5500HE)
b) If the jetted swivel (J) reaches past the farthest point
along your pool wall (from the dedicated return line)
then measure the distance from the jetted swivel (J)
back to the farthest point along the pool wall. This
measured length should be removed from the otherend of the hose, the end with the Wall Quick Connect.
Double-check your measurement.
c) If you need to remove one complete section of hose
(10 ft.) remove the hose from the Wall Quick Connect (L)
and cut the hose 18 inches from the last swivel and
reconnect the 18 inches of hose to the Wall Quick
Connect.
4. Remove the Wall Quick Connect from the Universal
Wall Fitting.
5. We recommend using Anvil-type shears (but a Utility
knife can be used) to Carefully cut the excess hose
from the end with the Wall Quick Connect.
all Quick Connect to the cut end of
6. Reconnect the
the hose.
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Cleaner Connector
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Last Swivel
Note: End of hose to be cut if necessary
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Wall Quick Connect
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Rectangular-Shaped Pool
Farthest Point
Kidney-Shaped Pool
Farthest Point
Angle-Shaped Pool
Dedicated Line
Dedicated Line
Mender Nut Connections
Note: It is easier to install the swivels when the hose and
swivels are wet.
1. Slide Mender Nut on to end of the swivel with small end
of nut towards pressure hose.
2. Insert end of swivel into Pressure Hose so end of Hose is
over reduced diameter of swivel.
3. Slide Mender Nut back over Pressure Hose and
tighten well.
Mender Nut Connections
Hose
Mender Nut
Swivel
Dedicated Line
Farthest Point
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Large Capacity Debris Bag
Attaching Debris Bag
(Part B, page 4)
1. Place forward edge of Bag Holder under tab to right of
Vacuum Tube.
2. With Bag Holder flat on Deck, slide Bag Holder to the left
until it locks in place.
Removing Debris Bag
1. Push down Locking Tab on Deck.
2. Slide Bag Holder to right.
Cleaning Debris Bag
1. Hold Bag over trash can or wherever debris is to
be placed.
2. Slide Float Closure off of bag
3. Hold open edges apart and shake debris from bag.
4. Slide Float Closure onto bag.
Sand (dense debris)
Rear Deck of Cleaner
Attaching / Removing Debris Bag
Always empty the Viper bag when sand (or heavy
debris) fills the bag up to the “Empty Sand Line”.The
Viper will continue to operate with 1 cup of sand and the
remainder of its bag filled with debris.
Note: Pools with excessive amounts of sand should be
y vacuumed bef
manuall
a)b)
Slide Float Closure off of Bag
ore installing the
Viper.
Empty Sand Line
(blue line)
Hold Edges Apart
Empty Sand Line
(blue line)
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Operating the Viper Cleaner
1. Be sure all filtration system valves are open and supplying
water to the Booster Pump.
2. Be sure valves to and from the Booster Pump and
dedicated return line are fully opened.
3. a) The Viper Cleaner and its Booster Pump can only
operate when the pool's filter pump is operating. With the
cleaner assembled and connected, place the cleaner in
the pool. b) Turn the pool’s filtration system
for several minutes, or until all the air has been purged
from the system. c) Turn the Booster Pump ON.
ON and run
Caution - Risk of Equipment Damage
Failure to open valves fully and/or failure to have the filtration
system operating will damage the Booster Pump. This damage
voids the Booster Pump’s warranty
Setting Pressure
Important: The cleaner will not operate properly if the
pressure is not properly set. Too little pressure will prevent
proper movement and cleaning. Too much pressure will cause
poor cleaning and premature wear of Cleaner parts.
Pressure Gauge and Jetted Swivel
Cleaner Connector and Pressure Gauge
Jetted
Swivel
Align Swivel Jet with Sweep Hose
all Quick Connect with Regulator
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Red
Regulator and
Adapter Ring
Warning - Risk of Injury
Be careful to hold the cleaner head under water and not to be
sprayed by jets in the cleaner head, the Sweep Hose or the
Jetted Swivel. Never point a jet or hose at people or pets.
1. With the cleaner assembled, connected, the filtration
system pump and the Booster Pump running, hold the
cleaner head by the wing, under the water near the
Wall Connector.
2. The cleaner comes equipped with a self-adjusting
pressure regulator in the Wall Quick Connect fitting. If
the cleaner is receiving too much water pressure, it
will restrict water flow at the Wall Quick Connect fitting.
3. With the cleaner in forward mode, read the pressure on
the gauge connected in the hose near the cleaner. If the
pressure is between 25 and 30 PSI your cleaner is
operating properly,proceed to step 8. If the
pressure gauge is below 25 PSI go to step 4. If the
pressure is above 30 PSI, turn the Booster Pump
OFF and remove the Wall Quick Connect from the
Universal Wall Fitting and confirm the Red
Automatic Flow Regulator and Adapter Ring are in
place.
4. If Pressure is below 25 PSI: With the Booster Pump
and Filtration Pump OFF push the Wall Quick Connect
into the wall, turn it to the right and pull the Wall Quick
Connect out of the Universal Wall Fitting.
5. Remove the Red Automatic Flow Regulator and Adapter
Ring from the end of the Wall Quick Connect.
ge 4)
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(Part R,
all
all Quick Connect into the Universal
6. Reconnect the
Fitting.
7. Confirm tha
30 PSI. Proceed to Step 8. If the pressure is still below 25
PSI, check for clogged Filter, Pump Strainer Basket, Main
Drain, Skimmer Basket, etc., to determine why there is
ficient wa
insuf
8. Turn the Booster Pump and Filtration Pump OFF.
9. Remove the Pressure Gauge T-Fitting and the
3 inch hose. Store the
with the Owner’s Guide in a safe place.
10. Attach the 1 foot hose to the Jetted Swivel – be sure that
the arrow on the Jetted Swivel and the arrow on the
Cleaner Connector align with the line on the hose.
11. Place the cleaner in the pool, turn the Filtration system
then turn the Booster Pump
ON,
W
urn the Filtra
T
t the Pressure Gauge reads between 25 and
tion Pump and Booster Pump
ter pressure at the Dedicated Line.
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Correctly Operating Cleaner
Movement
When the Viper cleaner is operating properly it will randomly
travel around the bottom and sides of the pool.
Spin-Out
The cleaner will periodically stop and rotate clockwise in order
to provide better pool coverage and to escape from corners
and other obstacles. If the cleaner is momentarily stopped in a
corner or at an obstacle, it will Spin-Out to free itself and
continue moving randomly about the pool. The Spin-Out Cam
determines the frequency of the Spin-Outs. The cleaner comes
equipped with 3 Spin-Out Cams; every 75, 50 (factory
installed) or 30 seconds (75 second and 30 second Cams
are under the Cam Cap (Part F, page 4)).
Sweep Hose
The Sweep Hose should move in a slow, undulating (snakelike) motion. It moves debris out of tight corners so the cleaner
can vacuum the debris at a more accessible spot in the pool.
The Sweep Hose also stirs fine debris into suspension for
removal by the pool’s filtration system.The Sweep Hose
Rollers are wear parts. When the rollers wear-down to the
outer groove (Wear Line) replace the Wear Rollers
(P/N AX5006A). If a hole forms in the Sweep Hose, it must be
replaced with a genuine Hayward Viper Sweep Hose
(P/N AX5000RSHA).
Sweep Hose
Cleaning
Debris is vacuumed from below the cleaner and passed
through the vacuum tube into the Debris Bag, where it is held
until the user empties the Bag. The cleaner may not pick up all
debris on the first pass, but your pool should be clean in 3
hours or less (depending on pool size and shape).
Observe the Viper’s operation at regular intervals and empty
the bag as necessary. Only operate the Viper for the time
necessary to clean the pool. Excessive use is unnecessary
and will cause premature cleaner wear.
Fine Debris
The Large Capacity Debris Bag, as with other pressure-side
cleaners, does not hold very fine sand or other powder-like
debris. Powder will be blown through the bag and into
suspension so it can be filtered by the pool’s filtration system.
Sand (Dense Debris)
Always empty the Viper Bag when sand (or heavy
debris) fills the bag up to the blue “Empty Sand Line”.
Pools with excessive amounts of sand should be manually
vacuumed before installing the Viper
The Viper is designed to operate with 1 cup of sand and the
remainder of its bag filled with leaves, acorns, grasses,etc.
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ear Roller
Wear Roller
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(outer groove)
ear Line
Pressure Hose
Most of the pressure hose should remain at the surface of the
water the majority of the time. It is common for the cleaner to
orm loops in the hose and eventuall
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hose becomes knotted or badl
of the cleaner. To get optimal coverage, remove knots or bad
tangles if found.
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Cleaner Adjustments
Warning - Risk of Injury
Turn the Booster Pump and Filtration Pump OFF before
making adjustments to the cleaner. Always make
adjustments outside of the pool. Failure to do so may
cause injury.
Changing Spin-Out Frequency
• In most pools it will not be necessary to change the SpinOut frequency.
• The cleaner comes with a 3-prong Spin-Out cam installed,
which causes the
seconds. This is appropriate for most pools.
• Pools that are small, shallow in depth and/or have many
sharp geometric features or other obstacles may benefit
from more frequent Spin-Outs. For such pools, open the
Cam Cap and replace the 3-prong cam with the 5-prong
30-second cam.
• Pools that are very large and/or have very few obstacles
may benefit from less frequent Spin-Outs*. For such pools,
open the Cam Cap and replace the 3-prong cam with the
2-prong 75-second cam.
• The goal is to maximize cleaning time and minimize the
amount of time backing-up and spinning out.
- If the cleaner is spending too much time at an obstacle
waiting for a Spin-Out, use a cam with more prongs for
more frequent Spin-Outs.
- If the cleaner rarely needs to back-up and Spin-Out near
an obstacle then a cam with fewer prongs and less
frequent Spin-Outs will increase effective cleaning time.
Viper cleaner to Spin-Out once every 50
7. Close the Cam Cap.
Adjusting Spin-Out Duration
Each Cam has a “Summer” side and a “Winter” side (see Sun
& Snowflake logos on each Cam). The Summer side is usually
preferred. If the pool water is cold (below 60 degrees F), the
Pressure Hose becomes stiffer and may prevent the Cleaner
from Spinning-Out enough to escape from obstacles. The
“Winter” Cam side will provide longer Spin-Outs so the
Cleaner operates better in cold water.
1. Turn the Cam Cap to open.
2. Turn the Thumbscrew counter-clockwise and remove it
from the square stem.
3. Remove the Cam, turn it over and replace the Cam so the
desired (Sun or Snowflake) side is face-up.
Cam Cap on Cleaner Deck
Cam Cap
Cam Cap Open
Changing Spin-Out Cam
1. T
urn the Cam Cap to open.
Thumbscrew counter-clockwise and remove it
urn the
2. T
from the square stem.
3. Remove the Spin-Out Cam.
4. Place the desired Cam in place over the Stem.
5. Screw the Thumbscrew into the stem.
6. Place unused Cams on the clip under the Cam Cap.
*This can also assist the cleaner make steep climbs
from the deep end to the shallow end.
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Cam Cap
Different Cams
75-Second
Spin-Out Cam
50-Second30-Second
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Adjusting Sweep Hose Power
• In most pools it will not be necessary to adjust the
Sweep Hose power.
• Observe the Viper cleaner operating in the pool. The
Sweep Hose should move in a slow, undulating
(snake-like) motion.
• Sweep Hose Not Moving: if the sweep hose does not
move side-to-side and just drags behind the cleaner, check
the Sweep Hose for holes. Check for debris behind the
adjustment screw or in the jet-end of the Sweep Hose.
Sweep Hose Moves Slowly Or Not At All: use the
•
3/16 inch Hex Wrench to turn the adjustment screw
counter-clockwise to increase Sweep Hose power.
Sweep Hose Frequently Sprays Out Of The Pool: use
•
the 3/16 inch Hex Wrench to turn the Sweep Hoseadjustment screw clockwise to reduce Sweep
Hose power.
Rear Product Head
with Sweep Hoses
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Maintenance
Removing the Viper Cleaner From The Pool
Warning - Risk of Injury
The Filtration Pump and Booster Pump must be OFF when
connecting or disconnecting cleaner or hose.
1. Turn the Booster Pump and Filtration Pump OFF.
If you will not be replacing the cleaner before the next
Booster Pump timer cycle, turn the Booster Pump Timer
OFF. Never run the Booster Pump without the cleaner
connected.
Booster Pump without the Cleaner connected. Doing so
will damage the pump’s motor and void the Booster
Pump’s warranty.
2. From the pool deck looking down push the Wall Quick
Connect into the Universal Wall Fitting and turn it to the
right (clockwise).
3. Pull the Wall Quick Connect out of the Universal
Wall Fitting.
4. Remove the cleaner from the pool.
5. Disconnect the Cleaner Connector from the Viper cleaner.
Failure to do so can cause serious injury.
Risk of Equipment Damage. Never run the
Cleaning the Cleaner Connector Screen
1. The Screen, located on the Cleaner Connector,
protects the cleaner from a poorly operating or dirty
filtration system.
2. To remove, push in slightly on the Cleaner Connector and
turn it counterclockwise.
3. Pull the Cleaner Connector out of the Viper cleaner.
4. The Screen is held in place by a black rubber ring.
Gently pull the screen and rubber ring off of the
Cleaner Connector.
5. Remove debris from the Screen and rinse the screen.
Important: If the Screen frequently becomes plugged,
the filter is not performing properly or there is another
plumbing problem.
6. Push the Screen back on to the end of the
Cleaner Connector.
7. Connect the Cleaner Connector to the Viper cleaner.
Cleaner Connector Screen
6. Lay the Pressure Hose and Sweep Hose flat and straight.
Important: Always store the Pressure Hose and Sweep
Hose straight, not coiled. The cleaner may not operate
properly with bent hoses.
Emptying the Debris Bag
Do not continue to operate the
.
Empty the Debris Ba
Viper when the bag is full.
Sand (dense debris): Always empty the V
sand (or heavy debris) fills the bag up to the blue
“Empty Sand Line”.
DO NOT operate the Viper if it runs on its side.
1.
Hold Bag over trash can or wherever debris is to
be placed.
2. Slide Float Closure off of bag
3. Hold open edges a
4. Slide Floa
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iper bag when
part and shake debris from ba
g.
Sweep Hose
• Sweep Hose Wear Rollers will experience wear when
ting in a plastered or concrete pool.
opera
• When the Wear Rollers wear-down to the outer groove
(Wear Line) replace the Wear Rollers (P/N AX5006A).
• Check the Sweep Hose for holes.
Wear Roller
Wear Line
(outer groove)
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Replacing Parts
Some parts will wear with normal use. To insure the high
quality performance, insist on Genuine Hayward
replacement parts (using non-Hayward replacement
parts will Void the Viper Cleaner’s Warranty).
The following parts are user replaceable and subject to
normal wear and tear.
1. Sweep Hose: If a hole forms in the Sweep Hose, it
should be replaced. Unscrew the mender nut from the
hose and pull the Sweep Hose off the Cleaner Connector.
Attach a new Sweep Hose to the Cleaner Connector.
(Replacement Part Number: AX5000RSHA)
Debris Bag:
2.
is torn.
(Replacement Part Number: AX5500BFA)
3. Swivels: If a swivel ceases to turn easily or leaks while
the cleaner is running, it should be replaced.
(Replacement Part Number: AX5000SA)
(Jetted Swivel Replacement Part Number: AX5000JSA)
The Debris Ba
g should be replaced if it
Storing the Viper Cleaner
1. Turn the Booster Pump OFF and set the timer so the
Booster Pump will not turn on while the Viper cleaner is
out of the pool (Never operate the Booster Pump without
the cleaner connected).
2. Disconnect Wall Quick Connect from the Universal Wall
Fitting. The Universal Wall Fitting may be left in place.
3. The cleaner is constructed of the finest materials
available, however we recommend that when the Viper
cleaner is removed from the pool, it should be stored flat
on its wheels in a shaded area to protect the unit from
excessive exposure to ultra
4. Store the Sweep and Pressure Hoses straight and f
not coiled. If possible, store the hoses in the shade.
violet solar rays.
t,
la
Winterizing the Cleaner
When closing your pool for the winter completely drain the
water from the Viper Cleaner (by slowly rotating it in all
directions) and Hoses. Store the Viper Cleaner indoors to
prevent freezing the inner mechanisms.
Periodic Freezing Conditions
If you are in an area subject to periodic freezing conditions, but
pool equipment is kept in operation, it is very important that
the filtration system and Viper cleaner be in operation during
times when hard freezing occurs (normally between 3AM and
7AM). Running the Viper cleaner at this time will insure against
damaging the Cleaner and may prevent freezing of pool water.
To the Original Retail Consumer / Purchaser (the
“PURCHASER”) of the Hayward Viper Automatic Pool Cleaner
(the “CLEANER”).
Hayward Pool Products, Inc. (“HAYWARD”) warrants the parts
for One (1) year from the date of original purchase (excluding
the bag and sweep hose which are normal replacement parts).
The Hayward Booster Pump is excluded in this
warranty and carries its own separate warranty.
SHOULD THE CLEANER FAIL TO BE IN GOOD WORKING
ORDER IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE ABOVE SCHEDULE,
HAYWARD WILL AT ITS OPTION REPAIR OR REPLACE THE
CLEANER OR ANY DEFECTIVE PARTS AT NO ADDITIONAL
CHARGE EXCEPT AS SET FORTH BELOW. REPAIR PARTS AND
REPLACEMENT PRODUCTS WILL BE FURNISHED ON AN
EXCHANGE BASIS AND WILL BE NEW OR FUNCTIONALLY
EQUIVALENT.ALL PARTS REMOVED AS A RESULT OF
REPLACEMENT SHALL BECOME THE PROPERTY OF
HAYWARD. LIABILITY OF HAYWARD AND THE SOLE REMEDY
OF THE PURCHASER WHETHER IN CONTRACT UNDER ANY
WARRANTY, IN TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), IN STRICT
LIABILITY OR OTHERWISE, SHALL BE LIMITED TO THE REPAIR
OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE PARTS ONLY AND SHALL IN
NO EVENT EXCEED THE RETURN OF THE AMOUNT OF THE
PURCHASE PRICE PAID BY THE PURCHASER.
our Bill of Sale For Proof of Warranty Eligibility
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS SUBJECT TO THE
FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
1. This Limited Warranty shall not apply to damage caused
by failure to perform normal maintenance on the
CLEANER (e.g. monitoring pressure/flow and replacing a
worn bag and sweep hose).
2. This Limited Warranty shall be void if the CLEANER is
modified in any respect, including, but not limited to the
use of any parts other than Genuine Hayward Parts.
3. This Limited Warranty shall not apply to any injury, loss,
damage, defect or malfunction of the CLEANER or failure
of the CLEANER to function resulting from any failure to
operate or maintain the CLEANER in accordance with the
directions contained in the Owner’s Guide provided by
HAYWARD or any injury, loss, damage, defect,
malfunction or failure to function resulting from any
use, tampering, abuse, accident,
misuse, unreasona
act of God, alterations in the CLEANER by anyone other
than HAYWARD including but not limited to such damages
or injuries to parts resulting from improper installation or
damage to pump parts resulting from running pump
dry (e.g. interruption in or inadequate supply of water
to the Booster Pump, or obstruction in lines, or
otherwise); or damage, defects, or malfunctions
resulting from defects in, failure or malfunction of,
or negligence, abuse, or misuse with respect to
equipment other than the CLEANER.
4. This Limited Warranty shall not apply to the malfunction
of, damage to, materials failure in, or changes in the
appearance of the CLEANER resulting from exposure
to sunlight or chemicals or chemical reactions to
substances with which any part of the CLEANER may
come in contact or parts if worn, do not affect
ormance of the CLEANER.
perf
5. This Limited Warranty does not apply to cleaners used for
commercial purposes.
6. The CLEANER is designed to function in a properly
designed, constructed and maintained pool.The Limited
Warranty does not apply in the circumstances where
s design,
the pool’
defective,
CLEANER’S operation.
7. Deteriora
and vinyl liners can be caused over time separately by, or
in combination with, algae and an imbalance in pool
water chemistry, improper installation, and other factors.
substandard or ina
tion,
ble
construction or maintenance is
or the
te f
ppropria
discoloration or brittleness of pool plaster
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Limited Warranty
HAYWARD hereby disclaims any and all claims, and
PURCHASER releases HAYWARD from any and all claims
or damages to any pool plaster or vinyl liner in
f
PURCHASER'S pool by reason of the use and/or
operation of the CLEANER.
8. This Limited Warranty is valid and enforceable only on
CLEANERS assembled, manufactured, or purchased and
installed in the United States of America and Canada.
9. This Limited Warranty shall apply to PURCHASER as
original purchaser of the CLEANER from an authorized
HAYWARD dealer and shall not apply to any subsequent
purchaser, assignee or other recipient of the CLEANER
from the PURCHASER.
10. This Limited Warranty does not apply unless the
accompanying Registration Card is signed,
completed and returned within fourteen (14) days
from the date of purchase. HAYWARD reserves
the right to dispose of any Registration Card once
it is received. PURCHASER must retain written
proof of purchase.
11. The foregoing Limited Warranty gives the PURCHASER
specific legal rights, which may vary from state to state,
and accordingly, some of the listed conditions, and
exclusions may not apply to PURCHASERS living in
certain states.
12. Neither party will be liable to the other for any failure or
delay in performance due in whole or in part to any cause
beyond such party’s reasonable control, including due to
the elements, acts of God, acts of the other party, acts of
civil or military authority, war, riots, or concerted
labor action.
13. The PURCHASER has no right to sell, transfer or assign
interest it has in this a
consent of HA
assign its interest in this agreement or any payment or
other sum due hereunder without notice to or prior
consent of the PURCHASER.
assignment,
rights, obligations, powers, privileges and remedies.
Modifica
writing signed b
Should a defect in workmanship and/or materials in the
CLEANER become evident during the term of the Limited
Warranty, PURCHASER must ship the item freight prepaid to
any authorized Factory Service Center as soon as possible
after the discovery of the defect, together
Bill of Sale including date of purchase and serial number of
the item claimed to be defective, the name and address of the
the assignee will ha
tion of this Agreement may only be made in
greement without the prior written
ARD may, without notice,
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PURCHASER and a brief description of the problems/defects
encountered. Call (800) 227-1477 for the name and address
of the nearest Factor
U.S. call (909) 594-1600. HAYWARD will at its option, repair or
replace all defective CLEANER parts covered by this Limited
Warranty at its own cost and expense and return the same to
the PURCHASER freight prepaid. HAYWARD is not responsible
for any cost and expense of handling, packing, shipping or
transporting the CLEANER or any parts to or from the Factory
Service Center, unless expressly provided to the contrary by
state law. No dealer, distributor or other similar person has any
authority to make any warranties or representations
concerning HAYWARD beyond the express terms contained
herein. HAYWARD assumes no responsibility for any
warranties beyond the express terms contained in this Limited
Warranty. This Limited Warranty is in lieu of any other
warranties expressed or implied, and is valid and enforceable
only in the United States of America and Canada.The
PURCHASER must provide written proof of the original date of
purchase of the CLEANER in form reasonably acceptable
to HAYWARD.
The exclusive forum for any dispute between the PURCHASER
and HAYWARD will be binding arbitration, conducted in Union
County, New Jersey under the rules of the American Arbitration
Association, and the prevailing party will be entitled to an
award of attorney’s fees and costs.
THE FOREGOING WARRANTY AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE
AND ARE MADE EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,WHETHER IN FACT OR
BY OPERATION OF LAW,STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE,
INCLUDING
FITNESS FOR USE OR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. HAYWARD
NEITHER
TO
WITH THE SALE, INSTALLATION OR USE OF THE CLEANER
AND HAYWARD MAKES NO WARRANTY WHATSOEVER FOR
EQUIPMENT NOT SUPPLIED BY HA
ARRANTY DOES NOT COVER DAMAGE
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RESULTING FROM ACCIDENT, MISUSE,ABUSE, OR NON-
YWARD MODIFICATIONS OF THE CLEANER. HAYWARD
HA
SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES DUE
DELIVERY OR USE. IN NO EVENT WILL HAYWARD BE LIABLE
TO THE PURCHASER FOR ANY DAMAGES INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING
TO THE SALE, INSTALLATION, OR USE OF OR INABILITY TO
USE
ANY CLAIM BY ANY OTHER PARTY.